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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Amsterdam
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, and a train costs an average of €441.
Distance: 920 miles (1481 km)
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€307 Average price | €138 Average price Cheapest | €450 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 50m Average total duration 24h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 7m Average total duration 17h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
4.4 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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The best way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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How to Travel from Madrid to Amsterdam
The journey from Madrid to Amsterdam is popular with travelers for both business and leisure. Buses and flights travel regularly from Madrid to Amsterdam every day of the week. Key departure points in Madrid include the Madrid Barajas airport, and the Estacion Sur De Autobuses bus station.
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Madrid to Amsterdam Travel Comparison
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What is the best way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam?
Cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam. Buses traveling from Madrid to Amsterdam depart from Madrid's Avenida de América or Estación Sur bus stations. The bus trip lasts at least 26 hours and 15 minutes, and requires a change in Paris. At least two buses travel from Madrid to Amsterdam everyday, typically departing in the afteroon around 4 pm and 7 pm. This bus route is operated by Eurolines.
Fastest way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam
Flying is the fastest way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam. Flights depart from either Madrid's Barajas airport and arrive at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport. Direct flights only last 2 hours and 30 minutes while some airlines offer cheap flights with a layoff. Airlines that travel from Madrid to Amsterdam include Iberia, Air Europa, and KLM. Over 15 direct flights travel from Madrid to Amsterdam every day.
Most popular way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam
Taking a flight is the most popular way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam. Catching a quick and direct flight from Madrid is much quicker than spending over 24 hours in a bus. The convenient public transportation options from Madrid and Amsterdam's airports to their respective city centers also help reduce the total travel time. The cost of traveling from Madrid to Amsterdam by plane can be reduced significantly if you book your tickets further in advance.
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You can get between Madrid and Amsterdam 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Amsterdam is a flight with an average price of $43 (€39).
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Amsterdam:
Taking a flight costs $17 (€15) less than taking a bus, which average ticket prices of $60 (€54).
Taking a flight costs $498 (€449) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $541 (€488).
The fastest way to get to Amsterdam from Madrid is by flight with an average travel time of 2 h 35 min.
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Getting to Amsterdam by bus takes 24 h 55 min on average.
Train takes 14 h 10 min on average.
The distance is approximately 918 miles (1481 km) from Madrid to Amsterdam.
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Amsterdam is:
- 15 buses a day.
- Around 52 flights per day.
- 1 train per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Amsterdam as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Madrid to Amsterdam:
- Most travelers take a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The following travel companies offer services from Madrid to Amsterdam:
- BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus can get you to Amsterdam by bus. You can find a good deal for bus tickets with BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to Amsterdam for $60 (€54) on Omio.
- Travel with Iberia Express, Air Europa, KLM, Vueling Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, TAP Portugal, Alitalia, SWISS, LAER or PGA-Portugalia Airlines for flights to Amsterdam. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Iberia Express Madrid to Amsterdam tickets on Omio for $43 (€39).
- Iryo, AVE or Renfe Viajeros can take you to Amsterdam by train. If searching for a good deal on trains, you can find tickets for Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Amsterdam for $541 (€488).
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
- Direct flight available with Iberia Express, Air Europa or KLM 9 direct flights per day.
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Amsterdam as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Madrid to Amsterdam.
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